Baddeley Et Al 1975 Flashcards
1
Q
When was the study done and by who?
A
Baddeley et al
1975
2
Q
What was the aim?
A
To investigate word length on memory span
3
Q
What was the method?
A
8 undergrads
Lab
Each participant completed both conditions
One syllabled word presentation
Multi syllabled word presentation
4
Q
What were the results?
A
Recall for one syllable words was better than the multi syllable words
Word length effect
5
Q
In conclusion?
A
Capacity of phonological looo is limited by length of time it takes to articulate the words rather than number of words
Supports inner voice idea
